Boy Meets Girl

There's always been something quite sexy about throwing on a man's shirt.No doubt we've all borrowed our boyfriend's jeans at some point, perhaps the odd blazer or scarf here and there too.This season however plays on the combination of masculinity on a feminine frame, bringing together an eclectic, selection of traditional tailoring and tuxedos with a sequinned, seductive twist.

Androgynous silhouettes come courtesy of boxy, boyish blazers and cigarette trousers, styled up with bowler hats and brogues, which infuse a fifties teddy boy feel.Shoe boots, pencil skirts and pussy bow blouses inject instant sex appeal, but when worn with ankle socks instantly bring back the masculine mood.Necks are high, and skirt lengths skim the knee, but there's nothing modest about the cocky, boyish attitude which exudes from the wearer.

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Fabrics also follow the contrasting theme, as sheer, chiffon blouses are given an edge with faux leather collars.Crisp, white cotton shirts are buttoned up to the collar adding a preppy interpretation of the trend, and dog tooth print and tweed entwine to provide an overall traditional feeling trend, rooted in historic inspiration.

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Layering is also key, with the quintessential cover ups coming in the form of Hollywood-esque fur coats, and double breasted crombie coats.And finally, a casual rolled up leg of a skinny jean, adds an extra bit of laid back attitude.

The result? A sexy,juxtaposition of styles which come together to create what feels to be the new age form of power dressing, and an exhilarating exploration of modern style at the very least.And if that doesn't float your boat, brogues are a lot comfier than stilettos.Enough said.

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